Job Title:Electrical Project Engineer Junior Level
Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical Projects (preferred)
Key Responsibilities:
Design Review & Coordination
- Assist in reviewing the IFC MEP electrical design package (LV distribution, cabling, containment, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, fire alarm, BMS/EPMS, etc.).
- Support the team in verifying that drawings and specifications meet local regulations (SEC,DEWA, ADDC, Civil Defence), relevant standards, and client requirements.
- Provide day-to-day technical support to the BIM team during preparation and coordination of electrical shop drawings and single-line diagrams.
- Help perform checks on shop drawings and calculations before submission to the consultant.
- Prepare and track Requests for Information (RFIs) for design clarifications.
- Attend coordination meetings with MEP trades and consultant engineers.
Submittals & Procurement Support
- Assist in preparing and compiling material/technical submittals for electrical equipment and systems.
- Follow up on consultant comments and help prepare re-submissions in a timely manner.
- Support the extraction and verification of Material Take-Offs (MTOs) from Revit models.
- Help prepare Material Requisitions (MRs) and basic RFQs for the Procurement department.
- Coordinate with QA/QC and stores to ensure only approved materials reach site.
Site Engineering & Supervision
- Monitor daily electrical installation activities against approved drawings and report progress/deviations.
- Assist in issuing latest approved drawings to site supervisors and retrieving superseded versions.
- Support site supervision teams with technical queries and solutions.
- Raise and escalate any installation or coordination issues promptly to the Intermediate/Senior Engineer.
- Coordinate electrical builders work requirements (sleeves, openings, supports) with other trades.
Planning, Quality & Safety
- Provide regular electrical p rogress updates to the Planning & Controls team.
- Assist in preparing and following up on Material Inspection Requests (MIRs) and Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
- Strictly follow all safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, LOTO, and project HSE requirements.
- Actively participate in toolbox talks and safety initiatives.
- Help the QA/QC team document any damage to installed electrical systems.
Commissioning & Handover
- Assist the Commissioning team and vendors during integrated system testing and client witnessing.
- Support the preparation of handover documentation (labels, O&M manuals, as-built mark-ups).
- Help the BIM team with red-line mark-ups and site verification for final As-Built drawings.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Engineering from a recognized university.
- 13 years of relevant experience (site or design office) fresh graduates with strong internships may also be considered.
- Basic knowledge of LV systems, containment, lighting, fire alarm, and BMS is essential.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is a strong advantage.
- Good understanding of Middle East standards and authority requirements is advantageous.
- Excellent English communication skills and a proactive learning attitude.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and under guidance.
